AFPE2015-03-02T18:21:39Zhttp://www.petexpooc.org/feed/atom/WordPressLuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=30322015-03-02T18:21:39Z2015-03-02T18:21:39ZAs pet owners, we all want what is best for our pets. We want them to be happy, and we want them to be healthy. And we at America’s Family Pet Expo are excited to host a company who wants the same thing for your pet: Pioneer Pet Products. Pioneer Pet Products started as a […]

]]>As pet owners, we all want what is best for our pets. We want them to be happy, and we want them to be healthy. And we at America’s Family Pet Expo are excited to host a company who wants the same thing for your pet: Pioneer Pet Products.

Pioneer Pet Products started as a small project on Betsy Lipscomb’s farm in Wisconsin. Betsy, a cat behaviorist, understood that people often surrendered their cats to shelters because they didn’t know how to change unwanted behaviors. So she decided to do something about it. She gathered wooden fence posts, wrapped them in sisal rope, mounted them on sturdy wood bases, and send them to people who needed help with their pets’ scratching behaviors. The scratching posts worked, and Betsy decided that she wanted to start a company whose sole mission was to enhance our pets’ quality of life by providing for their behavioral needs. And from that flagship product (the Ultimate Scratching Post) began a business journey that led to Pioneer Pet Products (to read the full story, visit http://www.pioneerpet.com/about-us/).

Though Pioneer Pet Products is no longer a farmhouse operation, it is still a small family-owned company in Cedarburg, WI, owned and operated by Betsy Lipscomb. The mission is still the same. Pioneer Pet Products provides superior products that will improve the quality of life for pets and their owners. Started and run by true animal lovers who take pride in the products they sell, Pioneer Pet Products works hard to always put animals first. All of their products are designed by behavior experts, and are widely tested and approved before hitting the market.

Be sure to stop by the Pioneer Pet Products booth at the Expo to learn more about the company and their products. Spin the prize wheel for a chance to receive some fun items, and check out their special discounts for Expo attendees!

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=29542015-02-23T21:01:00Z2015-02-23T20:38:25ZHave you thought about adopting a dog, specifically a Golden Retriever? First, a few things that our friends at Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue want you to know about Golden Retrievers: Goldens have an affectionate, people loving nature. They are born with a sense of mischief, love the water, and are great ball chasers. Goldens […]

]]>Have you thought about adopting a dog, specifically a Golden Retriever?

First, a few things that our friends at Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue want you to know about Golden Retrievers:

Goldens have an affectionate, people loving nature. They are born with a sense of mischief, love the water, and are great ball chasers. Goldens are sporting dogs and need regular exercise all day. Goldens have a last name-Retriever, from the Latin meaning of to put EVERYTHING in their mouth and dance around with it! They are fun, funny and people magnets. They shed; get into trouble, make you laugh and will welcome your burglar in and probably help carry out the silver!

Goldens should range from 21 includes at the shoulder to around 24 and weigh in anywhere from 50 to 80 lbs. Obedience classes are always recommended. They can have several potential health problems. Chief among these are canine Hip Dysplasia; sub-aortic stenosis, epilepsy or cancer.

They are loyal, loving bonded dogs. You should also remember that Goldens are big enough – even as puppies-to knock down a small child. Ultimately, the responsibility for any living, breathing creature most always fall to an adult.

Now that you know about the breed, here is what you should know about the Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue.

The Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue is the third largest Golden Retriever Rescue in the country and second largest in the Western Region. The Rescue places all dogs in foster homes so that they are never kenneled and have been temperament-tested, socialized, and vetted prior to adoption. Each dog has its own personal representative so that the organization can find the perfect fit for each dog and each owner.

The mission of Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue: to find loving, lifetime homes for all Southern California Golden Retrievers in need, regardless of conditions or circumstances. This means that whether the dog is sick and injured, neglected and abused, or aged and unwanted, the Rescue strives to nurture, heal, and shower it with unconditional love.

Although there will be no dogs up for adoption at the Expo (April 10-12), we encourage you to visit their booth and meet with Goldens who have already been adopted through the Rescue and their owner volunteers who can talk to you about the breed and the adoption process, which involves an online application, an in-home interview, and then being paired with a very special pet fit just for you!

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=29462015-02-16T16:12:02Z2015-02-16T16:12:02ZIn honor of President’s Day, we’d like to take a look at some of the presidential pets that have been in the White House. Here are a few fun facts about popular presidential pets: John F. Kennedy’s daughter, Caroline, received Macaroni the pony from President Lyndon B. Johnson. The pony often roamed freely on the […]

]]>In honor of President’s Day, we’d like to take a look at some of the presidential pets that have been in the White House. Here are a few fun facts about popular presidential pets:

John F. Kennedy’s daughter, Caroline, received Macaroni the pony from President Lyndon B. Johnson. The pony often roamed freely on the White House grounds and tourists would spot Caroline and her friends going for rides. Macaroni was quite the celebrity, receiving thousands of his own fan letters and appearing on the cover of Life magazine with Caroline.

Woodrow Wilson brought a flock of sheep to the White House during World War I to trim the grounds in order to cut down on grounds keeping costs. The herd was led by an ornery Shropshire ram named Old Ike, who had a reputation for charging at White House staff and police.

Calamity Jane, the Shetland sheepdog of the Calvin Coolidge family, would routinely get so dirty that President Coolidge had a dog bathing tub specially built for the White House so she could receive her daily baths.

Franklin D. Roosevelt had a dog Murray the Outlaw of Falahill. The dog, nicknamed Fala, was so popular that he received thousands of fan letters and even had a secretary appointed to him to answer his mail.

There are so many fun stories and facts about presidential pets! If you are interested in hearing more stories and seeing pictures , visit presidentialpetmuseum.com, a website dedicated to presidential pets!

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=29342015-02-12T22:04:05Z2015-02-13T15:38:09ZWe at America’s Family Pet Expo love to bring pet education and pet fun to Orange County every spring. And we haven’t forgotten about pet fashion either, which is why we are happy to host JCLA Inc. and their couture handbags & accessories at our April 10-12 event! With Kelly and Sharon Osbourne, Annalynne McCord, and Jeannie Mai […]

]]>We at America’s Family Pet Expo love to bring pet education and pet fun to Orange County every spring. And we haven’t forgotten about pet fashion either, which is why we are happy to host JCLA Inc. and their couture handbags & accessories at our April 10-12 event!

With Kelly and Sharon Osbourne, Annalynne McCord, and Jeannie Mai being a few of the Hollywood celebs that have sung their praises of JCLA products, the JCLA Inc. booth is a must for our pet-loving fashionistas. From sunglasses to shoes, costumes to couture bags, you can be you and your pet will be fashion-forward with a JCLA Inc. purchase.

A few of the fan favorites:

This best selling pet costume is the Totoro Onesie! This famous Japanese anime character can be worn by corgies, chihuahuas and more! Available sizes: xxs -XL.

JCLA is famous for making the best carriers. Animals who hate to sit in bags love these. Look for the signature paw feet at the bottom of the bags. (A little secret….the deepest discounts on these celebrity pet bags are always given at America’s Family Pet Expo!)

A special note for those of you who are considering adopting a pet at America’s Family Pet Expo…anyone who adopts at the Expo will receive 10% off their purchase of pet collars, leashes, harnesses, etc. Many rescues require that you have a collar, harness, and leash before you take your new pet home, so stop by the JCLA booth for a discount on supplies before you adopt!

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=29292015-02-09T21:12:49Z2015-02-09T21:12:49ZFebruary is both Responsible Pet Owners Month and Pet Dental Health Month! We at America’s Family Pet Expo will use any excuse to teach and celebrate responsible pet ownership, and since providing proper dental care to your pet is part of being a responsible pet owner, we thought we would give a few tips to […]

]]>February is both Responsible Pet Owners Month and Pet Dental Health Month! We at America’s Family Pet Expo will use any excuse to teach and celebrate responsible pet ownership, and since providing proper dental care to your pet is part of being a responsible pet owner, we thought we would give a few tips to encourage good dental health with your pet.

When is the last time your pet has visited the vet and received a dental exam? If it has been a while, schedule one today! Your pet should have an annual checkup that includes a dental exam. Set a time every year (since it’s a month of pet celebrations, how about February?) to take your pet in and schedule a year in advance. If it is not yet time for the yearly appointment but you think your pet is having problems, don’t wait until your next appointment to get it checked out. If periodontal disease is left untreated, it may lead to other health problems.

Do you have a dental routine for your pet? If not, you should start one! Ask your veterinarian what he or she recommends for your pet. For some pets, brushing their teeth is a good option, but be sure to use suitable toothpaste and toothbrushes. Human toothpaste may upset your pet’s stomach and toothbrush bristles should be ultra soft to avoid hurting its gums.

There are pet food and toys available that also help care for your pet’s teeth. Ask your veterinarian for advice and do your research on what items would be best for your pet. (There will be a lot of great products to learn about at our April 10-12 America’s Family Pet Expo, so come, have some fun, and do a little shopping!)

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=28342015-01-29T17:16:53Z2015-01-21T04:00:34ZWe are gearing up for the 26th annual America’s Family Pet Expo! Here are just a few of the facts about the event that we want to share with you. Stay tuned for more exciting details! 26thAnnual AMERICA’S FAMILY PET EXPO Fri., Sat.&Sun., April 10, 11 and 12, 2015 OC Fair & Event Center, Costa […]

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=27782014-12-29T20:32:09Z2014-12-29T20:32:09ZAs we near the New Year, we wanted to take a little time to look back at all the fun we had in 2014! We had over 40,000 guests at the 25th annual America’s Family Pet Expo and helped more than 700 animals find their forever homes! Below are a few of the highlights. Please join […]

]]>As we near the New Year, we wanted to take a little time to look back at all the fun we had in 2014! We had over 40,000 guests at the 25th annual America’s Family Pet Expo and helped more than 700 animals find their forever homes! Below are a few of the highlights. Please join us April 10-12, 2015 for another year of fabulous pet-lovin’ fun!

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=27512014-08-01T21:14:06Z2014-08-01T21:14:06ZSummer is winding down and school is once again around the corner. Whether your kids are excited for the start, or unenthusiastic about heading back to the classroom, we know of one way that can help make going back to school a little more fun: a classroom pet. According to our friends at the Pets […]

]]>Summer is winding down and school is once again around the corner. Whether your kids are excited for the start, or unenthusiastic about heading back to the classroom, we know of one way that can help make going back to school a little more fun: a classroom pet.

According to our friends at the Pets in the Classroom grant program, Pets bring many new ways to learn, tend to lessen tension in the classroom, and even helps improve school attendance! We all know the value that having a pet can have in our own lives, and Pets in the Classroom is helping to bring that value to the classroom, and to many kids who don’t get to experience that value at home!

If you are a teacher, please consider getting a classroom pet. The Pets in the Classroom website, www.petsintheclassroom.org, has a wealth of information to help you, including help with funding. If you are not a teacher, but believe in the value of pets, let the teachers you know about the grant, or consider donating to the program and help put more pets in the classroom.

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=27482014-07-28T21:06:03Z2014-07-28T21:05:35ZGoogle If you are missing all of the fun of America’s Family Pet Expo like we are, take some time to check out our YouTube Channel! We have some great videos uploaded that highlight various aspects of America’s Family Pet Expo! Here are just a few:

If you are missing all of the fun of America’s Family Pet Expo like we are, take some time to check out our YouTube Channel! We have some great videos uploaded that highlight various aspects of America’s Family Pet Expo! Here are just a few:

]]>0LuCorphttp://www.petexpooc.org/?p=27392014-07-15T18:53:18Z2014-07-15T18:51:44ZToday is National Pet Fire Safety Day. We all love our pets and want to keep them safe. So here are some ideas on how to prevent fires, and how to be prepared for them. Preventing Fires: Never leave an open flame unattended. Pets are curious creatures and can easily cause a fire to start […]

]]>Today is National Pet Fire Safety Day. We all love our pets and want to keep them safe. So here are some ideas on how to prevent fires, and how to be prepared for them.

Preventing Fires:

Never leave an open flame unattended. Pets are curious creatures and can easily cause a fire to start if left alone with an open flame. Since candles can easily be knocked over, try investing in flameless candles instead.

Don’t let your pet be around the stove alone. Even if a burner is not on, pets can bump or move the knobs, which can easily start a fire. Keep your pets out of the kitchen or remove the knobs to keep your home, and pets, safe.

Glass water bowls on wooden decks can start fires. We’ve all see the science experiment where you use a magnifying glass to start leaves or grass on fire. Well, glass bowls can do the same thing. Opt for a ceramic or stainless steel bowl instead.

Preparing for fires if away:

When you leave, keep your pets near an entrance with collars on. That way, if there is a fire, they will be easy to find and rescue.

Put a Pet Alert cling in your front window with the number of pets you have inside your house. This allows rescuers to know how many pets to look for.

Preparing for fires when at home:

Make a family disaster plan and include your pet. Who will be responsible for each pet?

Remember where your pet hides when scared. This may be where it will go if a fire breaks out.

Plan to take your pet’s carrier when evacuating. This will keep your pet contained and somewhat comfortable in a scary situation.

Ask a friend or family member if they will care for your pet in case there is an emergency so that, if you become displaced from your home, your pet will have someplace to go.

We hope that these tips will keep you and your pet safe and fire free!